Community-Based Participatory Project to Reduce Health Disparity: Focusing on the Residents’ Autonomy Council
10.5393/JAMCH.2023.48.3.165
- Author:
Nam-Soo HONG
1
;
Keon-Yeop KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Articles
- From:Journal of Agricultural Medicine & Community Health
2023;48(3):165-177
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Objectives:The objective of this study was to develop strategies aimed at reducing disparity of physical activity in urban community.
Methods:The study was conducted in a urban vulnerable area, focusing on the establishment and operation of a community health organization through the residents' autonomy council. Training programs were provided to the members of the council to enhance their capabilities. The research project was planned and implemented using a living lab approach. Based on these activities, the health division of residents autonomy council was newly established.
Results:The findings demonstrated the potential and feasibility of utilizing the residents' autonomy council as a community-led health organization. A health project model centered on the health division of the residents' autonomy council was developed.
Conclusions:This study concluded that it is possible to effectively promote health projects to reduce the health disparity through the resident-led participation strategy on the residents’ autonomy council in the community.
